Estimator II

Overview:

The Level II Estimator develops and prepares cost estimates of materials for small to large electrical projects and often produces budgetary estimates.

Essential Functions:

1. Bid Preparation: 75%

• Reviews bid documents to accurately quantify and estimate costs of all electrical items provided in the bid package. 


• Attends pre-bid meetings to gather pertinent information as required. 


• Quantifies electrical items per the bid package.


• Prepares the bills of material for a quotation.


• Designs a practical installation of the project, such as branch wiring and routing for feeders.


• Identifies and implements labor unit and material pricing adjustments based on installation conditions.


• Takes on the "lead" estimator role of an assigned project when working with a level I estimator.


• Assists the Director, and other lead Estimators, with the final assembly of the estimate for presentation to the customer.


• Produces Labor Analysis Workflow (LAW) labor breakdowns. 


• Demonstrates familiarity with various Packaged Alterman Construction Kit (PACK) assemblies and processes.


• Facilitates internal bid review meetings.

2. Processes project quotations and verifies vendor bill of materials for accuracy and conformity with bid documents: 10%

3. Prepares proposals, the scope of work letters, and assists with Request for Proposal response packages: 5%

4. Assists the estimating team and Project Managers with estimating change orders as needed: 5%

5. Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Estimating, Estimating Manager or Senior Estimator, including, but not limited to, occasional engagement in cost studies: 5%

Education and Experience:

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.


• 2+ years of estimating experience required.


• An understanding of either electrical distribution and motor controls OR electrical distribution, branch, and lighting systems is required.


• A journeyman's license or associate degree in electrical engineering or a related field is preferred.

 Skills/Abilities: 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.


• Able to read and understand plans and specifications, including blueprints, proposals, and other electrical work documents.


• Proficient with Accubid, ConEst, or equivalent estimating software.  


• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or other related software.

Work Environment:

• Office environment with some local travel required.


• Available to work inside and outside of normal business hours when available.


• Ability to work from home, if approved, with efficiency equal to the standard office environment. 
  

Physical Demands:

• Prolonged periods of sitting/standing at a desk while working on a computer.


• Must be able to walk job sites and attend pre-bid meetings as needed.


• Must be able to lift 15 pounds.